I pulled up to the Williamsburg Inn and was already excited for their portrait time…like something out of a novel, it’s old world elegance is the perfect backdrop for wedding photos!  I’d been looking forward to being a part of Tara and Kyle’s day for over a year…Tara is the best kind of bride…so joyful and easy going and just excited to get to be marrying the love of her life! And Kyle is her perfect match…he is sweet and hilarious and thoughtful…They exchanged gifts during their first look and I loved the care that went into each special memento that they chose for each other. 

You heard the words echoed all day and evening from friends and family and in the toasts given at their reception…they are such a beloved couple…always putting others first. I saw it clearly as Tara floated around her reception making everyone feel cared for and valued and expressing her gratitude that they would come celebrate with her and Kyle. They have such a tight knit group of friends and family that have supported them ever since they started dating back in high school. They’ve been waiting so long for this day and it was beautiful to hear about all of the lives they’ve impacted together along the way! I’m so excited to see how the Lord will continue to use their relationship in this next season of their lives…

Tara and Kyle, thank you so much for welcoming me in and having me be a part of this special day for you two! It was an incredible honor and I hope you enjoy reliving it through my favorite photos from your day!:

Photography: Annamarie Akins | Second Shooter: Brittany Claud | Getting Ready Venue: The Williamsburg Inn | Ceremony: Williamsburg Community Chapel | Reception: Colonial Heritage |  Hair: Kari Klein | Makeup: Ashley Middleton | DJ: Liz Daley | Cake: Lisa Watkins | Florals: Morrisons Flowers | Gown: Stella York